Naoko (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2008, Naoko is a drama and romance film directed by Tomoyuki Furumaya, running about 120 minutes. “Running for you” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Naoko meets Yusuke while staying on an island for medical treatment. Yusuke's graceful athletic figure captivates her eyes and she falls in love with him. But their relationship is soon broken after Yusuke's father dies while trying to save Naoko from drowning. The memory of Yusuke leads Naoko to the track, and six years later, they meet each other again at a Marathon competition. Naoko decides to become a manager to help Yusuke, a gifted runner, and they embark on training together to heal their sorrows from the past.
Who’s in it. Naoko stars Juri Ueno as Naoko Shinomiya, Haruma Miura as Yusuke Iki, Tsurube Shofukutei as Tensen Nishiura and Nanami Fujimoto as Naoko Shinomiya (12 yrs old), among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Naoko has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Naoko page.
If you liked it. Fans of Naoko tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Naoko (2008)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Naoko change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Naoko worth watching?
- Naoko holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Naoko?
- Naoko stars Juri Ueno, Haruma Miura, Tsurube Shofukutei, Nanami Fujimoto and Aimi Satsukawa.
- When was Naoko released?
- Naoko was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 120 minutes.